Costco membership deal: Pay $55 get $20 gift card + other freebies

A Costco could be part of a $100 million retail development near Hank Aaron Stadium. Mobile City Council President confirmed during a public meeting before the Ladd-Peebles Stadium board that a Tennessee developer is considering the project that would attract 1,800 new jobs. (file photo)

GottaDeal.com spotted a deal on Living Social valid on a Costco membership.

Stock up on pantry staples, apparel, and more for the whole family -- not to mention home furnishings and other essentials -- at membership warehouse club Costco Wholesale with this offer:

• $55 ($104.47 value) for a Gold Star Membership

• Includes $20 Costco Cash Card and coupons

• Valid for new members for their first year of membership only

Why You'll Love It

All new members will receive a pack of bonus coupons (a $29.47 value), good for a free Kirkland Signature™ 48-pack of AA batteries, a free rotisserie chicken, a free Kirkland Signature™ case of water, $4 off Kirkland Signature™ coffee, and $4 off Kirkland Signature albacore tuna.